We are entering the age of renewables. Nearly 400,000 people now work in the solar industry in the US, and the numbers are growing at about 25 percent per year.
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The short-term load demands that will be placed on the electrical grid over the next four years will be unprecedented. After several decades of near zero load demand growth, the system is about to see an energy shock akin to the oil crisis of the 1970s.
Unprecedented Load Demand Growth
In combination, the added load demands on the nation’s grid from the following sources may well see an over 40% growth by 2030.
- Data centers (+12% – S&P Global Research1)
- Crypto-currency mining (+3% – Carnegie Mellon University2)
- Electric vehicles (+9% – NREL3)
- Shifts towards the electrification of heating and industry (+8% – International Energy Agency4)
- Climate change (+10% – IEA5)
Updated Residential Solar Book
The fully updated edition of our residential solar design and installation manual has been released . This text is updated with all the latest trends, technologies, standards and the 2023 National Electric Code.
Still flows in an easy-to-read manner with integrated quizzes, scores of charts and diagrams… all the bells and whistles that has made this the best selling solar PV textbook in North America.
For instructors: the textbook will be supported with a full set of PowerPoints, integrated labs, online curriculum, videos, Quizlet practice sessions and much more. Just drop us an email if you would like to preview a copy of the text once it is available for use in your classroom.
Build Your Own Solar Generator
Learn to build your own solar generator – or buy a ready to assemble kit for your home or classroom
Designed for use in a classroom – these kits can be assembled and taken apart multiple times to assist students in learning the components and construction of a solar generator. These systems are essentially stand-alone solar systems in a box. Ideal for younger students who you wish to introduce to the concepts of solar energy in a manageable and achievable way.
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Online Training …
Learn at your own pace from your home or office anywhere in the world. No travel, no time away from work. Our course also includes an electronic copy of our comprehensive textbook – Understanding Photovoltaics.
Hands-On / Certification…
Combine the online lectures with a face-to-face hands-on labs, leading to industry-recognized certification as a solar installer. Incorporates Zoom sessions with instructor for questions and review.
Textbooks…
Our up-to-date, easy-to-follow textbooks are used in community colleges and trade schools across the globe. From basic solar, to advanced, to building your own solar generator.